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FUTURE MEDIA NEWS

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Africa

Nigeria and UAE Agree to Resume Travel Amid Currency Settlement

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates have agreed to resume travel between the two countries, announced Nigeria's information minister on Monday according to Reuters. The UAE halted visa issuance to Nigerians in 2022 when Emirates Airline suspended flights, citing challenges in repatriating funds from Nigeria. Nigeria's central bank has since resolved a backlog of approximately $137 million in foreign exchange owed to international airlines.

today16 July, 2024

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South Africa

S.A’s Transport minister says her first task in the seventh administration is to stabilise the transport system

S.A's Transport minister Barbara Creecy says her first task in the seventh administration is to stabilise the transport system and make the department is fit to fulfil its policy-making and regulatory role. She presented the department's budget vote yesterday. The minister says every year, the country sees more than ten-thousand fatal crashes, which amount to almost three-percent of the annual Gross Domestic Product. Creecy also highlighted the department’s mission:  

today16 July, 2024

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World

Trump chooses Ohio Senator JD Vance as his Vice-President

The official Republican candidate for President, Donald Trump, has chosen JD Vance as his running mate. The Ohio Senator is relatively new to politics but known as a strong 'MAGA' supporter. He's due to address the Republican National Convention later this week. Caroline Malone reports.  

today16 July, 2024

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South Africa

South African President as emphasised the need for substantial investments in sustainable infrastructure

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised the need for substantial investments in sustainable infrastructure, green technologies, and social programmes. Ramaphosa called for blended finance to attract private-sector investment. The president highlighted the importance of international development finance and pledges from the Paris Agreement and COP26 as sources of capital. He urges collaboration among government, business, and communities to build a climate-resilient and sustainable future for South Africa:  

today16 July, 2024

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Business / Economics

16 July 2024 Morning Biz News: Business Update: Tourism Surges, Rand Weakens, Inflation Soars, and Oil Faces Pressure

1. Tourism Sector Sees Remarkable Growth in 2023 Namibia's tourism industry experienced a substantial surge in 2023, with international visitor arrivals reaching approximately 864 thousand, marking an impressive 87.4% increase from the previous year's 461,027 arrivals. Minister Pohamba Shifeta of the Environment, Forestry, and Tourism ministry unveiled these statistics in the Annual Tourist Statistical Report for 2023. This growth underscores Namibia's attractiveness as a key destination in the region, reflecting […]

today16 July, 2024

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Africa

Suspected Serial Killer Arrested in Kenya After Confessing to 42 Murders

A suspected serial killer, Collins Jumaisi, was arrested in Kenya after the discovery of several bodies at a quarry in Nairobi according to Reuters reports. The 33-year-old, who lived near the quarry in the Mukuru neighborhood, confessed to killing 42 women, including his wife. Acting head of police, Douglas Kanja Kirocho, reported that nine bodies have been recovered from the quarry so far.

today16 July, 2024

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Namibia

Business and Intellectual Property Authority Temporarily Waives Penalties for Beneficial Ownership Non-Compliance

The Business and Intellectual Property Authority is temporarily waiving penalties and sanctions for businesses not yet compliant with its Beneficial Ownership regulations until 31 August. During this period, BIPA will review its sanctions and penalty enforcement mechanisms. Businesses with existing penalty payment plans should halt payments until further instructions are provided. BIPA will announce the way forward by 31 August.

today16 July, 2024